LMSW Practice Test Questions
Exam Coverage
The exam coverage includes key knowledge areas assessed in
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practice test questions. It
focuses on human development and behavior, social work theories,
assessment and diagnosis, and intervention strategies used in social
work practice. The exam also evaluates understanding of professional
ethics, client advocacy, cultural competence, case management, and
the application of social work principles in diverse clinical and
community settings. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, ethical
decision-making, and the ability to apply appropriate interventions to
support individuals, families, and communities.
,2. It is necessary to obtain informed consent prior to giving out data
about a patient. Which of the following statements is MOST correct
regarding this issue?
a. You must obtain informed consent from your patient in most
situations, but not in all situations.
b. If a significant other requests information about your patient, you
may release it without informed consent.
c. If you are going to consult with a colleague, you must have
informed consent from your patient.
d. You must always have informed consent from your patient.
a. You must obtain informed consent from your patient in most
situations, but not in all situations.
,3. A soldier with combat-related Posttraumatic Stress Disorder desires
to return to combat. What is the first thing you should do?
a. Allow the soldier full self-determination, returning when he deems
appropriate.
b. Inform the client that return will likely cause an increase in
symptoms and is not advised.
c. Contact the commanding officer to determine if this is an option for
the soldier.
d. Assess progress in treatment and current level of functioning.
d. Assess progress in treatment and current level of functioning.
, 1. According to Beck, a depressed person does not see the positive
aspects of his/her situation because of:
a. Precipitating factors
b. Lack of support
c. A dysfunctional schema
d. Lack of adaptive coping strategies
c. A dysfunctional schema
Exam Coverage
The exam coverage includes key knowledge areas assessed in
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practice test questions. It
focuses on human development and behavior, social work theories,
assessment and diagnosis, and intervention strategies used in social
work practice. The exam also evaluates understanding of professional
ethics, client advocacy, cultural competence, case management, and
the application of social work principles in diverse clinical and
community settings. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, ethical
decision-making, and the ability to apply appropriate interventions to
support individuals, families, and communities.
,2. It is necessary to obtain informed consent prior to giving out data
about a patient. Which of the following statements is MOST correct
regarding this issue?
a. You must obtain informed consent from your patient in most
situations, but not in all situations.
b. If a significant other requests information about your patient, you
may release it without informed consent.
c. If you are going to consult with a colleague, you must have
informed consent from your patient.
d. You must always have informed consent from your patient.
a. You must obtain informed consent from your patient in most
situations, but not in all situations.
,3. A soldier with combat-related Posttraumatic Stress Disorder desires
to return to combat. What is the first thing you should do?
a. Allow the soldier full self-determination, returning when he deems
appropriate.
b. Inform the client that return will likely cause an increase in
symptoms and is not advised.
c. Contact the commanding officer to determine if this is an option for
the soldier.
d. Assess progress in treatment and current level of functioning.
d. Assess progress in treatment and current level of functioning.
, 1. According to Beck, a depressed person does not see the positive
aspects of his/her situation because of:
a. Precipitating factors
b. Lack of support
c. A dysfunctional schema
d. Lack of adaptive coping strategies
c. A dysfunctional schema
